OT Now I really hurt myself

In article , George Parton
wrote:

Luna,
I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me
of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG.
A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your
discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your
choice.

What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure
just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out
of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap.
I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors
weren't any more effective than massage therapists. I've been to a massage
therapist before, and while it is relaxing, if I have a real injury in my
neck I don't think rubbing and squeezing it would be a good idea.

An osteopathic doctor may also adjust you to get relief from the pain
but can prescribe medicines if he/she sees fit and will likely ask you
to return periodically.

Well, at least they're real doctors.

The only medical professional that is not likely to get you any
immediate relief other than chemicals to mask the pain is a M.D. You can
bet they will ask you to return periodically!

I used to have a GP, before she retired. She wanted me to come once a year
for check-ups, or when I was really sick. She was ear, nose and throat
though.

Also, you will probably find that the chiropractor is quite supportive
of your eating preference. Many chiropractors recommend low-carb to
their patients. As a group they seem to be more open minded than other
medical professionals.
George

That doesn't reassure me. The term open-minded has a negative connotation
for me, but I appreciate your giving your side to the story too, thanks.




Luna wrote:
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes.
I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car
wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc
at different jobs.

I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out,
or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly
immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much
to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that
helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower
massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin.
If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow
money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in
the meantime, bring 'em on!



--
Michelle Levin
http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick

I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws.

In article , George Parton
wrote:

Luna,
I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me
of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG.
A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your
discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your
choice.

What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure
just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out
of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap.
I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors
weren't any more effective than massage therapists. I've been to a massage
therapist before, and while it is relaxing, if I have a real injury in my
neck I don't think rubbing and squeezing it would be a good idea.

An osteopathic doctor may also adjust you to get relief from the pain
but can prescribe medicines if he/she sees fit and will likely ask you
to return periodically.

Well, at least they're real doctors.

The only medical professional that is not likely to get you any
immediate relief other than chemicals to mask the pain is a M.D. You can
bet they will ask you to return periodically!

I used to have a GP, before she retired. She wanted me to come once a year
for check-ups, or when I was really sick. She was ear, nose and throat
though.

Also, you will probably find that the chiropractor is quite supportive
of your eating preference. Many chiropractors recommend low-carb to
their patients. As a group they seem to be more open minded than other
medical professionals.
George

That doesn't reassure me. The term open-minded has a negative connotation
for me, but I appreciate your giving your side to the story too, thanks.




Luna wrote:
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes.
I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car
wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools, etc
at different jobs.

I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out,
or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly
immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much
to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that
helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower
massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin.
If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow
money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in
the meantime, bring 'em on!



--
Michelle Levin
http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick

I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws.

Luna,

I've had similar things happen to me before, and here is what works (for
me, anyway).
I'm hoping you have a massager, most people seem to have one type of one in
their households these days. Anyhow, let it vibrate on your neck for a few
minutes, slowly moving it up and down and around both sides of your neck.
After about 3 to 5 minutes, stop it. Then slowly stretch your neck in every
direction. Turn your head slowly to the one side as far as possible, then
slowly to the other side, etc.
That should help with the mobility a lot. If you still have a lack of
mobility, try repeating it.

Good luck!


--
Spring
LC since 1/1/04
260/208/170
http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/spr...=/55b8&.src=ph
Size: 24W / 14 / 10
flaws.

Luna,

I've had similar things happen to me before, and here is what works (for
me, anyway).
I'm hoping you have a massager, most people seem to have one type of one in
their households these days. Anyhow, let it vibrate on your neck for a few
minutes, slowly moving it up and down and around both sides of your neck.
After about 3 to 5 minutes, stop it. Then slowly stretch your neck in every
direction. Turn your head slowly to the one side as far as possible, then
slowly to the other side, etc.
That should help with the mobility a lot. If you still have a lack of
mobility, try repeating it.

Good luck!


--
Spring
LC since 1/1/04
260/208/170
http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/spr...=/55b8&.src=ph
Size: 24W / 14 / 10
flaws.

In article ,
says...
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

You sound like me -- we don't get hurt like OTHER people do :-) It DOES sound
like something that's flared up as opposed to a new injury. I hope you feel
better soon. Ice or cold packs would probably help.

--
Saffire
205/149/125 - 5'1.5"
Atkins since 6/14/03
Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333

In article ,
says...
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

You sound like me -- we don't get hurt like OTHER people do :-) It DOES sound
like something that's flared up as opposed to a new injury. I hope you feel
better soon. Ice or cold packs would probably help.

--
Saffire
205/149/125 - 5'1.5"
Atkins since 6/14/03
Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333

In article ,
says...
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

You sound like me -- we don't get hurt like OTHER people do :-) It DOES sound
like something that's flared up as opposed to a new injury. I hope you feel
better soon. Ice or cold packs would probably help.

--
Saffire
205/149/125 - 5'1.5"
Atkins since 6/14/03
Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333

Hi Luna,

I'd apply ice to it. It can make a hell of a diff.

It happened to me before, got extreme neck pain from incident.
I called my Dr, he said ICE it. I applied ICE to it for about 2 hours
(off/on).
Next day it was gone.

J.
"Luna" wrote in message
...
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like
when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without
more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes.
I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car
wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools,
etc
at different jobs.

I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out,
or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly
immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much
to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that
helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower
massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin.
If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow
money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in
the meantime, bring 'em on!

--
Michelle Levin
http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick

I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws.

Hi Luna,

I'd apply ice to it. It can make a hell of a diff.

It happened to me before, got extreme neck pain from incident.
I called my Dr, he said ICE it. I applied ICE to it for about 2 hours
(off/on).
Next day it was gone.

J.
"Luna" wrote in message
...
Thought this might be good for a chuckle. All day yesterday, and
continuing today, my neck has been in excruciating pain because I hurt
myself while . . . washing my hair! I was rubbing the shampoo in and I
guess I rubbed too vigorously and jerked my head in a weird way, and it
sent sharp, jagged pain all down both sides of my neck, very much like
when
a basketball landed straight on top of my head this summer. Except this
doesn't seem to be getting any better. I can't move it at all without
more
sharp pain, and even then I have constant dull pain.

It could be I aggravated an old injury that could be from several causes.
I've hurt my neck so many times from things like that basketball and a car
wreck, and repetitive stress from various uncomfortable chairs, stools,
etc
at different jobs.

I'm not sure if it is just stiff and kinked and it needs to be worked out,
or if it's really injured and needs to be left alone and possibly
immobilized. I do know that without insurance it would cost way too much
to go to a chiropractor. So my plan was to sleep on it and see if that
helped (didn't) and next is to try to work it out a bit under the shower
massager, and get one of those pain patches, some IcyHot, and some Motrin.
If none of that works, I have some rich relatives I could maybe borrow
money from to go to a chiropractor. If anyone has any other suggestions in
the meantime, bring 'em on!

--
Michelle Levin
http://www.mindspring.com/~lunachick

I have only 3 flaws. My first flaw is thinking that I only have 3 flaws.

Subject: OT Now I really hurt myself
From: Luna
Date: 9/15/04 6:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Message-id:

In article , George Parton
wrote:

Luna,
I am surprised at the bias in the responses to your post. It reminds me

of the reactions when low fat supporters happen to venture onto this NG.
A chiropractor can adjust your neck on the first visit to relieve your
discomfort and will likely ask you to return periodically. It is your
choice.

What makes me suspicious of chiropractors are the claims that it can cure
just about everything. You're depressed? It's because your spine is out
of alignment! Got cancer? It's because of your spine! That kind of crap.
I also remember reading the results of a study saying that chiropractors
weren't any more effective than massage therapists.

snip

Reminds me of an Eddie Izzard skit...Got a skin rash, we're gonna crack yer
bones, have a lung infection, we're gonna crack yer bones....imagine a
'chiropractor' with his foot pressing on the base of your spine with his hands
pulling your head and neck back...

I will not say it more than twice: chiropractors are basically scam artists,
and in all the responses you receive, the one or two you read that reflect them
in a positive light ARE those chimp doctors themselves.

If I were you, chickadee, I would seriously see a GP and go from there.

--
DJ